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Mia Cazeau

Houston,TX

Summary

Detailed Sterilization Technician with solid background in ensuring sterile conditions in healthcare settings. Known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion, streamlining sterilization processes to maintain optimal operation levels. Skilled in operating autoclaves, maintaining sterilization equipment, and adhering to strict infection control protocols. Excels in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to enhance workplace safety and support patient care standards.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Billing Specialist

Flex 4 Medical Center
Pembroke Pines, FL
11.2020 - 04.2024
  • Mitigated system errors with proactive verification of billing information
  • Maintained accurate client information in billing system
  • Prepared monthly financial reports related to billing activities
  • Reconciled billing discrepancies and resolved customer inquiries professionally
  • Tracked outstanding balances and initiated collections efforts for delinquent accounts
  • Processed customer payments and updated accounts receivable records
  • Researched discrepancies and applied analytical approach to tracing and resolving billing challenges
  • Verified data, including signatures and account information, prior to posting payments
  • Distributed customer account statements via email, mail, or in-person visits
  • Prepared itemized statements and invoices showing amounts due and services rendered

Sterile Processing Technician

Memorial Hospital West
Miramar, FL
10.2017 - 11.2023
  • Maintain strict adherence to infection control practices and safety protocols to minimize risk to patients.
  • Cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized all medical instruments using autoclaves.
  • Performed daily maintenance on sterilizers by cleaning and checking gauges for accuracy.
  • Recorded sterilization cycle parameters for each load in the log book.
  • Stocked supplies such as instrument trays, wrapping materials, surgical gowns, and drapes in preparation for surgery.
  • Ensured that all instruments were properly labeled before loading them into the autoclave chamber.
  • Assisted with inventory management of sterile supplies including ordering new supplies when needed.
  • Followed appropriate policies and procedures related to infection control practices.
  • Verified the sterility of products after each cycle was completed using biological indicators or chemical indicators.
  • Monitored surgery schedules daily, identifying potential needs for cases.
  • Prepared order requests for replacement parts for instruments and additional equipment upon request of physicians.
  • Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
  • Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.

Clerical Coordinator

Memorial Hospital West
Miramar, Florida
03.2011 - 08.2015
  • Prepared timely reports summarizing program results, challenges faced, and recommendations for future action steps
  • Developed and implemented training materials for staff on various health topics
  • Managed health programs and initiatives to ensure optimal outcomes for clients
  • Communicated openly with all levels of staff for maximum transparency and approachability
  • Scanned, indexed and stored records to manage filing system
  • Prepared letters, invoices and contract language to correspond with clients and vendors
  • Handled high volume of incoming calls to successfully manage inquiries
  • Prioritized tasks independently to best support office needs
  • Documented, researched and resolved customer service issues
  • Helped office personnel with errands, paperwork and data entry

Education

BS - Health Administration

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Billing systems and software
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Month-end closing procedures
  • Invoice Processing
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Policy Implementation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Client Relations
  • CPT Codes
  • Claims Processing
  • Insurance Verification
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Chemical Handling
  • Decontamination and sanitation
  • Sterilization procedures
  • Assembly and packaging
  • Infection Control

Certification

  • CSPDT

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Billing Specialist

Flex 4 Medical Center
11.2020 - 04.2024

Sterile Processing Technician

Memorial Hospital West
10.2017 - 11.2023

Clerical Coordinator

Memorial Hospital West
03.2011 - 08.2015

BS - Health Administration

Florida Atlantic University

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